Morning Must Reads: May 12

“Residents of two regions of eastern Ukraine turned out in significant numbers Sunday to vote in support of self-rule in a referendum that threatens to deepen divisions in a country already heading perilously toward civil war.” [WashPost]

“European Union foreign ministers were set to modestly expand sanctions on Russia Monday as they began a potentially more divisive debate—how tough should be their response if Moscow undermines Ukraine’s upcoming presidential vote.” [WSJ]

“European Union foreign ministers were set to modestly expand sanctions on Russia Monday as they began a potentially more divisive debate—how tough should be their response if Moscow undermines Ukraine’s upcoming presidential vote.” [WSJ]